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Dienstag, 30. August 2016

Careworn

Careworn is an alternative-rock project that was formed by students John Morishel and Nye James at the University of Hertfordshire in Hatfield back in 2013. Originally coming from very different musical backgrounds, the project was set up by the two for the purpose of developing their musical collaboration skills. After recording and working on various demo songs together they took to performing a few live acoustic sets at open mic nights around central London, and the project progressed naturally from thereon as they discovered a shared interest in musical direction. They gradually assembled a sufficient amount of material for Careworn throughout the autumn of 2015, collaborating together on songs they had written at various points in the previous five years. Nye took care of the drums, keyboard/piano and the bulk of the guitar recording for the material and John provided main vocals and tracked some supporting acoustic guitar parts. Their housemate, Matt Good, was also later recruited to track bass and the music was all recorded and produced at the trio’s university home over the course of several months spanning from late 2015 through to the following February. The debut album, entitled "The Hill", was released in March 2016. "The Hill" is a collection of alternative rock songs themed around being unable to beat personal foibles, bad relationships, isolation and depression. The album generally gets darker in tone as it progresses, with influences ranging from Ben Howard to Porcupine Tree.

Donnerstag, 25. August 2016

Francis Dunnery

Francis Dunnery is an English musician, singer-songwriter, record producer and record label owner. Dunnery was originally the frontman for British prog-rock band "It Bites", working with the band between 1982 and 1990. Since 1990 Dunnery has pursued a solo career, and has owned and run his own Aquarian Nation record label since 2001. Dunnery was one of the candidates invited to audition as a lead singer and frontman for "Genesis" following Phil Collins' departure in 1996 (although the position ultimately went to Ray Wilson).

Dienstag, 23. August 2016

Griot

Griot is a multinational rock band formed by musicians João Pascoal and Sérgio Ferreira in 2014. Griot's sound evokes a style of progressive rock that explores and creates different textures and soundscapes. The bands song-writing style revolves around self-published literature included in each album’s concept.

Samstag, 20. August 2016

Sean Viau

Sean Viau is a producer and instrumentalist from Seattle.

Leif Derrickson

"Memories", a compilation of works composed by Leif Derrickson during his teenage and young adult life, refocused for a more coherent production. This is the first complete album released by Leif. All production was done in his humble home studio, with the assistance of his brother, his father and a friend on percussion. Absolutetely worth listening...

Sonntag, 14. August 2016

Hologram

Hologram are a 4 piece Prog-Pop band, from Basingstoke, Hampshire. Combining elements from the worlds of Jazz, Alternative Rock, Progressive Rock, Indie Rock and Metal, Hologram's sound is both diverse and exciting.

Samstag, 6. August 2016

Nosound

Nosound’s fifth album marks a major departure and includes guest appearances from Anathema’s Vincent Cavanagh and acclaimed Italian singer Andrea Chimenti.


Inspired by personal upheaval and a desire for change, "Scintilla" is an emotionally complex and musically direct work presenting a stripped-down set of compositions that mark a major departure from Nosound’s trademark symphonic lushness and production precision.
After a decade of crafting a very particular type of widescreen melancholia and wistful imagery, Nosound’s fifth studio album "Scintilla" introduces a wholly new musical and visual approach for Giancarlo Erra’s ever-evolving band.
Anathema’s Vincent Cavanagh lends his distinctive vocals to two of the album’s tracks, and cellist Marianne De Chastelaine returns once more to the Nosound fold. Acclaimed Italian singer Andrea Chimenti co-writes and sings on the serene Sogno E Incendio.

Outlasted

One of the new breed of Scandinavian rock bands, Outlasted picks up the mantle of classic rock and wears it with distinction. A five-piece band based in Norway, Outlasted’s harmonic and melodic lineup comprises Glenn Wikran on vocals, Terje Fløyli on guitars, and Odd-Børge Hansen at the piano and keyboards. On the rhythmic side of its tracks are Aleksander Schjølberg holding down the bass, and drummer Rune Erling Pedersen who provides the percussive pyrotechnics of this exciting new ensemble that features great hooks, catchy choruses, and full background harmonies provided by all band members.

 Their debut album "Into The Night" is availbale now. 

Freitag, 5. August 2016

Blind Breed

Blind Breed began in 2009 as a heavy hitting, high energy rock back in New York. Fast forward to present day, Blind Breed is now based in Nashville and their discography includes two full-length albums and one EP: Breach (2010), More Than Yourself (2013), and Alive (2016).

Mittwoch, 3. August 2016

Skillet

American Christian Rock band Skillet are to release their 10th studio album these days entitled "Unleashed".


Dienstag, 2. August 2016

Aisles

Aisles ia a six-piece prog rock band originally from Santiago, Chile. The group was formed in 2001 by brothers Germán (guitar) and Luis Vergara (keyboards), and childhood friend Rodrigo Sepúlveda (guitar). Later on, it expanded to include lead singer Sebastián Vergara and Alejandro Meléndez (keyboards). Drummer Felipe Candia and bassist Daniel Baird-Kerr joined the band in 2007 and 2011 respectively. Their soulfully crafted combination of rock, progressive rock, art rock, fusion, world music and other styles illustrates the band's unique liberal and eclectic music vision. Aisles have been regarded as Prog Rock, but their approach to music goes far beyond that while creating a very powerful and unique type of music and sound.
Due to the release of their fourth studio album "Hawaii" it's time to bring their music to your attention with this free compilation.

Montag, 1. August 2016

No Transitory

No Transitory is a fresh new progressive metal band on the scene, representing exactly that classification. Comprised of brothers Michael and Mark Tronson, the two-piece display a highly impressive skill set and have produced a very impressive EP for such a small-time act.

The Sound Of Silence

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